Hidden behind a modern industrial estate, discover the sandy shores of Poole Harbour. Follow the old route of the military railway in its first phase of development to create the Cordite Way. Passing between the water and nature reserves, trace the old ruins down to the trains that still pass today. With views to Poole, Brownsea Island and Arne, end at Admiralty Point, where plans are in motion to replace the bridge and begin Phase 2.
Distance: 2miles/3.5km
Time: 1-2 hours
Ability: Easy.
Max height: 35ft
Min height: 0ft
Total climb: 50ft
Terrain: Roads and tracks, which can get muddy. Plans are underway to make the terrain all accessible, but it is currently possible when dry, just a little bumpy!
Start Point: Holton Road. (Postcode: BH16 6LT, Grid Reference: SY951908, What Three Words: booth.placed.admits).
Map: OS Explorer OL154 Purbeck and South Dorset
How to get there: From Wareham, cross over North Bridge and join the A351, travelling north. After nearly 3 miles, at Blackhill Roundabout, take the third exit onto Blackhill Road. At the T-junction at the end, turn left to find parking along the side of the road.
Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code.
Refreshments: None on route but nearby is The Bakers Arms and St Peter’s Finger both just outside Lytchett Minster.
Neighbouring Walks: Upton Heath, Lytchett Minster, Gore Heath, Wareham Forest, Wareham and Arne.
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